OLATUNBOSUN FOLA-JOHNSON
CHATHAM,KENT
Summary
A skilled professional with expertise in international trade regulations and policies, transportation and logistics operations, and supply chain management. Demonstrates exceptional communication and negotiation skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring accuracy in documentation. Proficient in foreign languages, with a keen cultural awareness that enhances adaptability in diverse environments. Adept at problem-solving and decision-making, leveraging organisational skills and time management to optimise inventory control and customs procedures. Career goals include advancing strategic roles within global trade operations to drive efficiency and innovation.
Resourceful and adaptable Director with 15 years of experience in financial oversight, scheduling, bidding, protocol development and process improvements. Team-oriented leader with expertise in employee engagement, customer relationship management, time management, conflict resolution and cost reduction. Customer-focused in managing accounts and maintaining strong business relationships. Seeking to leverage background in operational leadership to fulfil role with exceptional organisation.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
Work history
DIRECTOR
BIXEANS LIMITED
Chatham
2021.10 - 2023.12
- Establish account and territory strategies for the company
- Organize and attend regular sales and business development meetings
- Take initiatives in sales calls and the selling process
- Directly manage and sell to select key accounts including selling via FBA, eBay and other marketplaces
- Responsible for revenue forecasting and budgets
- Achieving all revenue targets as outlined in Company Annual
- Travel as necessary for business development meetings, client visits, industry events or trade show
INTERNATIONAL TRADE MANAGER
BOSTRAD SUPPLY CHAIN LTD
Rainham
2010.01 - 2021.10
- Developed and implemented internal control procedures to ensure adherence to local and international financial regulations
- Worked with a director to understand and interpret the director’s vision
- Planned and organized trade shows and conferences that resulted in new business leads and opportunities
- Identified and closed new opportunities by attending trade shows, networking events, and other industry conferences
- Track shipment and Freight
- Create and deliver a strategy for enhancing the bilateral trading relationship within the Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector
- Research, identify and deliver high-value export opportunities for the UK companies, and support UK companies to access these opportunities
SALES MANAGER
PITNEY BOWES
Gravesend
2008.07 - 2009.12
- Created a customer loyalty program that increased customer retention
- Developed and implemented a CRM system to streamline sales processes and improve customer service
- Developed a sales forecasting model that accurately predicted future sales trends
- Conducted weekly sales meetings to provide guidance and review progress
- Developed a comprehensive sales training program that improved team efficiency
- Hired, trained, and managed a team of sales representatives
- Implemented a sales tracking system to monitor sales performance across all regions
- Established and maintained relationships with key customers
MARKETING EXECUTIVE
COBRA GROUP PLC
Dartford
2002.02 - 2008.07
- Led the development of a successful email and tele marketing campaign that resulted in a 38% increase in sales
- Managed the design, development, and execution of direct marketing campaigns
- Created a comprehensive customer segmentation model that improved the targeting accuracy of campaigns
- Generated leads through email marketing campaigns
- Negotiated and managed successful partnerships that increased brand visibility and reach
DISTRIBUTION MANAGER
S-POST SWEDEN
Stockholm
1998.08 - 2002.02
- Conducted regular customer reviews and follow-ups to ensure customer satisfaction and identify areas for improvement
- Developed and maintained an up-to-date knowledge of the company’s products and services
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients by providing personalized service, resulting in a 33% increase in customer loyalty and satisfaction
- Generated new business leads through cold calling and networking
- Identified customer needs and communicated benefits of products and services
- Developed a customer loyalty program that increased customer retention rates
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvement
Education
FIRST SCHOOL LEAVING CERTIFICATE -
ADE-OSHODI MEMORIAL BAPTIST SCHOOL
LAGOS, NIGERIA 1976.05 - 1982.05
WASC / GCE. - undefined
LAFIAJI HIGH SCHOOL
1982.09 - 1987.09
GCE - undefined
SCHOOL OF BASIC STUDIES
1987.09 - 1988.09
BSC - Microbiology
UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN
Ibadan, Nigeria 1989.07 - 1993.11
CERTIFICATE - International Trade
WADE WORD TRADE / DEBRECEN AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY
2013.05 - 2013.07
DIPLOMA - International Trade
WADE WORLD TRADE / DEBRECEN AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY
2013.08 - 2013.10
Skills
- International Trade Regulations and Policies
- Transportation and Logistics Operation
- Communication Skills
- Negotiation Skills
- Relationship Building
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Attention to Detail
- Accuracy in Documentation
- Proficiency in Foreign Languages
- Cultural Awareness
- Adaptability
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Trade-Related Software
- Data Analysis
- Supply Chain Management
- Inventory Control
- Familiarity with Customs Procedures
Languages
English
Yoruba
Swedish
Norwegian
Custom
- Traveling
- Football
- Tennis
- Music
Timeline
DIRECTOR
BIXEANS LIMITED
2021.10 - 2023.12
DIPLOMA - International Trade
WADE WORLD TRADE / DEBRECEN AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY
2013.08 - 2013.10
CERTIFICATE - International Trade
WADE WORD TRADE / DEBRECEN AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY
2013.05 - 2013.07
INTERNATIONAL TRADE MANAGER
BOSTRAD SUPPLY CHAIN LTD
2010.01 - 2021.10
SALES MANAGER
PITNEY BOWES
2008.07 - 2009.12
MARKETING EXECUTIVE
COBRA GROUP PLC
2002.02 - 2008.07
DISTRIBUTION MANAGER
S-POST SWEDEN
1998.08 - 2002.02
BSC - Microbiology
UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN
1989.07 - 1993.11
GCE - undefined
SCHOOL OF BASIC STUDIES
1987.09 - 1988.09
WASC / GCE. - undefined
LAFIAJI HIGH SCHOOL
1982.09 - 1987.09
FIRST SCHOOL LEAVING CERTIFICATE -
ADE-OSHODI MEMORIAL BAPTIST SCHOOL
1976.05 - 1982.05